Mauritius climate and temperatures

Climate type
Mediterranean
Best time to visit
September – November
Avg. temperature
14°C – 30°C
Annual rainfall
600 mm
Warmest month
August (35°C)
Coldest month
January (11°C)
Driest month
July (22 mm)
Wettest month
October (84 mm)

The climate of Mauritius is a tropical monsoon climate (Köppen: Am), characterized by a very wet season and a short dry period. Monthly temperatures range from a minimum of 25°C in July to a maximum of 30°C in January. The average annual temperature is around 28°C.

During the colder months, nighttime temperatures average around 18°C, while in the warmer months they average about 23°C.

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Climate table of Mauritius

The climate table below gives you a clear overview of the climate in Mauritius by month, from average temperatures and rainfall to UV levels. This makes it easy to see when the weather best suits your travel plans.

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Temp. max (°C) 14 16 17 19 23 27 30 30 27 23 18 16
Temp. min (°C) 6 7 9 11 15 19 22 22 19 15 10 7
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Rainfall (mm) 46 34 46 64 43 23 22 75 77 84 61 25
UV index 4 5 6 7 8 8 8 8 6 5 4 4

Best time to visit Mauritius

The best time to visit Mauritius is October. During this period, temperatures are usually pleasant to warm and there is relatively little rainfall. Especially in October, the climate is favorable, with an average high temperature of 27°C and around 59 mm of rainfall. The warmest month is January, with an average daytime temperature of around 30°C. The driest month is October, with about 59 mm of rainfall, while January is usually the wettest month of the year, with approximately 375 mm. Snow plays virtually no role in the climate here.

Average temperature per month

This chart shows the average daytime (maximum) and nighttime (minimum) temperatures per month in Mauritius. The figures are based on climate data from recent years and are presented in degrees Celsius, so you can clearly see the temperature range for each month.

Average rainfall per month

This chart shows the average monthly rainfall in Mauritius. The figures are based on long-term climate data and are displayed in millimeters, so you can immediately see which months are drier or wetter.

Average UV index per month

This chart shows the average monthly sun intensity in Mauritius. The UV index ranges from 0 (no UV radiation) to 11+ (extreme). A higher UV index means you can burn more quickly, making proper sun protection increasingly important.

Average annual temperature

This chart shows the average annual temperature in Mauritius based on data from the past ten years. It allows you to see at a glance how the climate is evolving and whether there are clear warming trends.

Average annual rainfall

This chart shows the average annual rainfall in Mauritius over the past ten years. It allows you to see at a glance how much rain falls each year and whether there are clear fluctuations between the years.

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Average weather per month

Click on a month below and discover what the weather in Mauritius is typically like. For each period, you can instantly see the average temperature, rainfall, wind, and UV index. Thanks to years of historical weather data, you’ll know exactly what to expect during your trip.